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Things to see in Naivasha (Kenya): 6 places and when to go
Naivasha is a town in Kenya, and this site lists 6 places in and around it, mainly Nature (5), Wildlife (3), Food and drink (1). The best known are Hell's Gate National Park, Olkaria and Ol Doinyo Eburru. The best time to come is January to February and July to September; also possible: March, June, October and December. There are about 12 h 02 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Kenya · -0.7096, 36.43
- Places
- 6 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (5) · Wildlife (3) · Food and drink (1)
- Best time
- January to February and July to September.
- Also possible
- March, June, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- WIL Nairobi, 81 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Ol Doinyo Eburru, at 2,856 m.
What to see in Naivasha
The places in and around Naivasha, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
When to go to Naivasha
The best time to visit Naivasha is January to February and July to September; also possible: March, June, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time12:02
- FebBest time12:01
- MarPossible12:00
- AprBetter not11:59
- MayBetter not11:58
- JunPossible11:58
- JulBest time11:58
- AugBest time11:59
- SepBest time12:00
- OctPossible12:01
- NovBetter not12:02
- DecPossible12:02
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 02 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In January, 6 of the 6 places are at their best.
When to go to Kenya in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Naivasha
The nearest main airport is Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL, Nairobi), 81 km as the crow flies. How to get around Kenya (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Nyeri7 places67 km
- Nairobi20 places77 km
- Nanyuki7 places107 km
- Meru, Kenya5 places160 km
- Marsabit6 places380 km
- Wundanyi7 places394 km
And all of Kenya, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Naivasha?
The best known: Hell's Gate National Park, Olkaria, Ol Doinyo Eburru, Kigio Wildlife Conservancy. In all, 6 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Naivasha?
January to February and July to September; also possible: March, June, October and December. There are about 12 h 02 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Naivasha?
The nearest main airport is Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), 81 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Naivasha as the destination and these 6 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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